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Home Survey Guide
When selling a property in France, it is up to the seller to ensure that a survey is carried out before the final transaction is made. This survey called Dossier de Diagnostic Technique (DDT) must be undertaken and include asbestos, lead, energy efficiency, termites, gas, natural or technological risks, and electrics, and costs about 500 euros to complete. Only the report on energy efficiency... [Read more]
Property Taxes
The month of October sees the final payment date for the taxe foncière property tax on October 15, or October 20 if you paying by internet. Taxe foncière and taxe d’habitation are the two residential taxes which pay for the bulk of your local services and if you are resident in a building on January 1, you are liable for the whole year’s tax, even if you move out the next day. Taxe... [Read more]
Traditional Charentaise Chambre d’Hotes and Gite574,750 euros, FPC44
Traditional Charentaise Farmhouse dating back to late 18th century and has been converted into a 3 bedroom and a 2 bedroom family suite Chambre d’Hote each with its own private En-suite, traditional charm with original beams and a living/dining area for guests, also attached there is a fitted kitchen, and another bedroom, and shower room with wc. Outside there is an independent... [Read more]
Urrutia Stone for All Your Property Renovation Needs
Urrutia Stone for All Your Property Renovation Needs We’d like to introduce you to Urrutia Stone who specialise in the highest quality and widest range of interior and exterior Limestone, Travertine, Marble, Slate, Basalt and Sandstone flooring in France. They can provide just the right products, whatever your needs – for instance, a marble bathroom finish, a limestone floor in the kitchen,... [Read more]
Schooling in France
Enrol for School To enroll your child in School in France is normally quite simple, proof of address and identity are generally all that is required. School insurance is not compulsory however without it your child would not be able to join in all the activities provided, for example school trips, etc. Usually third party (reponsibilité civile) is the minimum, which is included in most... [Read more]
Fort Boyard
Fort Boyard is a fort located between the Ile d’Aix and the Ile d’Oleron in the Pertuis d’Antioche straits, on the west coast of France, it is 61 metres long, 31 metres wide, and its walls are 20 metres high. The construction of the Fort was first considered by Louis XIV between 1661 and 1667 but Vuaban his leading military engineer, famously advised against it, saying ‘Sire, it would... [Read more]
Passports For Pets
Passports for Pets This guide concerntrates on travel by ferry for Dogs and Cats abroad, and to help you plan ahead for travelling, however you must allow at least 8 months beforehand to get the vaccination and documents required. Here are some steps below to help and guide you through the process. Step 1 Your pet must be micro-chipped with a chip conforming to ISO standard, your vet will do this,... [Read more]
London to La Rochelle by Eurostar
St. Nicholas and La Chaine towers at the entrance to the ancient port of La Rochelle, Charente-Maritime, France, Europe Eurostar has a useful page on its website detailing how to get to La Rochelle from London’s St Pancras International Train Station – ‘for the smoothest, most stress-free route’. It’s easy to reach La Rochelle with Eurostar; simply change at Paris... [Read more]
What’s On This Summer in Poitou–Charentes
Francofolies Music Festival 10 July to 14 July This year La Rochelle is celebrating it’s 25th year of the music festival called Francofolies. The festival was created in 1984 by Jean-Louis Foulquier, and over the years has welcomed 122,000 spectators. There are 5 different music stages in the heart of the town and Port to suit everyone, as well as street entertainment and dancing. The atmosphere... [Read more]
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